Banner Elk Restaurants

This small town, nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina, offers visitors and residents a number of options for enjoying traditional mountain foods. Farm-to-table spots are readily available serving classic Appalachian foods like corn bread, fresh vegetables, chicken and dumplings, and apple pie. You will also have no trouble finding New Southern cuisine with an emphasis on organic and local ingredients. For barbecue, enjoy hickory-smoked chopped pork in the western North Carolina style. If you are in the mood for an upscale experience, head to one of the town's artsy cafés and choose from a variety of unique dishes, including quail. Local Italian and Mexican restaurants offer some international flavors.